Is the 2006 Dodge Magnum reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Dodge Magnum?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Dodge Magnum have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2006 Dodge Magnum

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2006 Dodge Magnum
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 321
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 4
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2006: 321 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2003	2
2005	638
2006	321
2007	108
2008	93
2009	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

26% · 85 reports

CRASHFIREINJURY

Power train

21% · 68 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

CRASH

Fuel/propulsion system

19% · 62 reports

CRASH

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This is the second time I have been stuck on the side of the road showing that my car has a quarter tank of gas and it just dies on me. I was rescued with some fuel and it started right back up again.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-22

Fuel system, gasoline

16% · 51 reports

Air bags

15% · 48 reports

CRASHINJURYDEATH

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Air bag light was flashing and contact Dodge multiple times to inquire and fix recall however all I was offered was a gift card but no sort of transaction while vehicle was being fixed and was told I would receive follow up to make arrangements to...

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-22

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Magnum. While the contact was at a red light, another vehicle rear ended the contact's vehicle. All the air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-17

In 2016 I took the car to dealership due to air bag recall. The dealership informed me the work was completed and air bag was replaced. I received a new recall notice nov 2017 which shows my vehicle is still on the air bag recall list.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-30

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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2005-11-28Power train05V460000 On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42RLE automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on November 28, 2005. Owners may contact…

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2006-06-26Service brakes, hydraulic06V149000 Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.7 liter engines and MK25E braking systems may exhibit inadequate clearance between the rear brake tubes and the exhaust gas recirculation tube. Contact…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear brake tubes for damage and replace them free of charge. A clip will also be installed to secure the brake tubes to the right front shock tower to maintain proper…

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2008-11-10Power train08V583000 Chrysler is recalling 20,283 my 2006-2009 Charger and Magnum vehicles built with the police package and equipped with a column shifter. The gearshift cable may become disengaged from the steering…

Remedy: Dealers will add a redundant locking mechanism to the gearshift cable at the mounting bracket to ensure proper retention and shift linkage function. The recall began on November 10, 2008. Owners…

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2013-05-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-02-10 Engine Stall
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2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2015-06-08Air bags15V313000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and...

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners.

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2017-03-27Air bags16V352000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2006 Dodge Magnum — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 85 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 68 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 62 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 05V460000 · Power train
Recall 06V149000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 08V583000 · Power train
Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
Recall 16V352000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2006 Dodge Magnum reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Dodge Magnum?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Dodge Magnum have?: 5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.